1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 558 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Charade | Piazza |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |